Location and Transportation

To
take advantage of the specially arranged group rate, hotel reservations
must be made with your conference registration or by contacting
our meeting planner, Andrea
Young, at
(916) 817-6989.

Surrounded by water on three sides and nestled against the Coast
Mountain Range, the bustling multicultural city of Vancouver combines
scenic beauty with the best of cosmopolitan luxuries. Whether your
interests are hiking or beachcombing, fine dining or shopping, Vancouver
offers something for even the most discerning traveler.

Located in the heart of this Canadian paradise, next
to the popular arts and entertainment districts, is the Sutton Place
Hotel. This AAA Five Diamond luxurious hotel features opulent guestrooms
complete with free wireless high speed Internet access in your guest
room, wireless access in the public areas of the hotel, and other
amenities to accommodate the business traveler. For those seeking
a bit of relaxation after the workday is done, the hotel offers
exceptional French continental cuisine and pampering at the Vida
Wellness Spa.

Conference
participants will receive a specially arranged rate of CAN $165.00
per night (excluding tax, porterage, and housekeeping). This group
rate has been extended, based on availability, for three days pre/post
the conference for those wishing to extend their stay. Hotel
reservations
need to be made with your conference registration.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our
meeting planner, Andrea
Young: at
(916) 817-6989.

TransportationVancouver International Airport: Located 12 km/8 miles, 30
minutes, from the Sutton Place Hotel

An airport
shuttle service is available. To
locate the shuttle, depart the International Arrival Lounge and
follow the signs that lead to the Taxi/Shuttle Area, just outside
the Arrivals hall. Proceed forward past the taxi area and step
to the right where there is a waiting area outside for The
Airporter shuttle. Guests
can pay the driver once they step aboard, and they have the option
of purchasing roundtrip tickets or one way. The Airporter
shuttle runs every 20 minutes on the hour from approximately 6:00am-12:00am
and stops directly outside the hotel driveway. The total duration
for this trip is approximately 45 minutes, due to additional stops
at various hotels in the city.

TaxiTaxis are available at the airport. The 30 minute ride will cost
approximately CAN $25.00 one way.